Sustainability & ESG Services for Germany

Planet First delivers technically rigorous sustainability consulting services to businesses in Germany. From Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) to EcoVadis support, carbon footprinting, and ISO compliance, we help German companies navigate evolving regulations and achieve measurable sustainability outcomes. Our remote consulting model ensures cost-effective, high-quality solutions with globally recognized standards and verification-ready outputs.

Germany Sustainability Overview

Germany is one of the most advanced markets for corporate sustainability in Europe. Businesses are increasingly required to comply with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), European EN 15804 standards for EPDs, and various national ESG reporting regulations. The demand for EPDs, LCAs, and EcoVadis assessments has grown sharply across industries such as manufacturing, construction, and consumer goods.

German companies prioritize transparent, audit-ready sustainability documentation to meet both regulatory obligations and global procurement requirements. Planet First supports these organizations by delivering practical, technically accurate, and verified sustainability outputs, helping them remain competitive and compliant in an evolving market.

Why Choose Planet First for Sustainability Consulting in Germany

Expertise in German and European Standards
We have extensive experience guiding businesses through Germany’s sustainability landscape, including EPD verification (EN 15804), Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), EcoVadis ratings, and carbon footprint reporting. Our team stays up-to-date with the latest CSRD and EU regulatory developments, ensuring your projects are fully compliant and audit-ready.

Remote and Cost-Effective Consulting
Planet First’s consultancy model is designed for flexibility and efficiency. Our remote services allow German companies to access high-quality sustainability expertise without the overhead of traditional consultancy, saving time and costs while maintaining professional standards.

Practical, Actionable Deliverables
We focus on delivering practical, verification-ready outputs that your team can immediately use for reporting, compliance, or procurement requirements. Every document and report is prepared with precision, clarity, and a strong focus on actionable insights.

Global Perspective with Local Focus
While we serve clients worldwide, we tailor our approach to Germany’s market and industry needs, ensuring that your sustainability initiatives align with local expectations, regulations, and corporate culture.

Trusted by International Clients
Our proven track record includes supporting companies across Europe, the US, and Australia, helping them achieve measurable results in sustainability performance, reporting, and certification readiness.

Our Services

We specialize in customized sustainability consultancy and training, including ESG Reporting, GHG Calculations, EcoVadis, EPD & LCA, FSC & PEFC, ISO Compliance, and Sustainability Strategy Development.

Sustainability / ESG Reporting

Clear, compliant sustainability reports for your business performance.

GHG Reporting & Calculation

Accurate greenhouse gas measurement and reporting solutions.

EcoVadis
Consultancy

Boost supplier ratings with expert EcoVadis assessment support.

Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)

Transparent product environmental impact documentation and certification.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Complete environmental impact analysis of products from cradle to grave.

Carbon Footprinting & Carbon Management

Measure, reduce, and manage your carbon emissions effectively.

FSC & PEFC
Consultancy

Sustainable forest product certifications and responsible sourcing guidance.

Sustainability
Freelancing

Flexible sustainability expertise, solutions tailored to your project needs

Sustainability
Strategy

Develop actionable strategies for long-term environmental and social impact.

Sustainability
Subscription

Ongoing sustainability support and advisory for continuous improvement.

Sustainability Training

Practical training to build sustainability knowledge across teams.

Testimonials

Planet First team delivers expert guidance and support across EcoVadis, ESG reporting, sustainability documentation, and strategic initiatives, helping businesses achieve measurable ESG success.

Patrick Van De Braack

Fonder, Q- Product, Netherland

Planet First – was on top of the game. Extremely fast and took everything out of my hands. Knew exactly what was asked and had patience with us in delvering the paperwork needed. They adjusted when we made errors and have a sharp eye on the whole project. All in all a pleasant experience.

Benjamin Köster

CEO-Hotwork International Group, Switzerland

Planet First team managed and supplied all required documents and guided our team to submit the missing pieces of the puzzle in a simple and efficient way. Very much appreciated. We will get back to him with sustainability-related documentation. Thank you, and well done.

Kai Lincoln

Global Head of Sustainability, SEKO Logistics, Australia

Planet first Team was very helpful in completing our EcoVadis submission. We were starting from a low-base and hey were very patient in helping to coach us through the completion of our submission. I am likely to use them with future ESG related activities.

Angela Bowman

Gesellschafter, Inno-Trade GmbH, Germany

I am extremely satisfied with our collaboration. The Planetfirst team delivered high-quality work, submitted all required documents on time, and consistently met all deadlines. Communication was smooth, clear, and efficient throughout the process. I highly recommend working with them.